Last night my youngest two, Malik and Keenan, were tossing and turning with fevers. Malik seemed just a little uncomfortable, while Keenan was having a harder time breathing. I grabbed the humidifier, put some eucalyptus in the water, gave them some apple cider vinegar and made sure they both stayed hydrated. I don't mind being up at night with them. It's kinda like our one-on-one time... our special time.
Not that I'm okay with them being sick... I'd rather spend that special time with them feeling healthy, but I don't mind being awake at night with them. Plus, in the end, it only makes them stronger. ;)
Well, today, Malik seemed fine and Keenan was feverish with a "battle" going on in his throat. Keenan and I chilled and snuggled for most of the day. Malik was up playing with his older brother, Isaiah. They had a great day playing different games and working out any problems that came up.
Later this afternoon, Malik came up to me and said, "Mama, I've got mosquito bites on my neck... look!" I took a look and wondered what was bitin' my boy. It's just not mosquito season right now.
Then, early evening rolled around and there were more "mosquito" bites on Malik's back and face.... ahhhh.... chickenpox!
Yay! Bring it, pox! It's on and we're ready. These kiddos can get through this while they are young and not have to worry about it when they're older.
I'm about to put together some herbs, oatmeal baths, and salves....
No need for immunizations... just good old plants and lovin'. We got this.
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